Job Title: Sterile Processing Technician (CWR)
Location: Neptune, NJ
Type: Local or Travel Contract (13 Weeks)
Shift & Schedule: Night Shift | 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM | 5 x 8s | 40 Hours Per Week
Pay Rate:
Local: $23 - $33/hr
Travel: $30 - $38/hr (Based on Experience)
Position Overview:
Navitas Healthcare, LLC is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician (CWR) for an exciting Local or Travel job in Neptune, NJ.
Responsibilities
Receive, sort, clean, decontaminate, assemble, sterilize, and distribute surgical instruments and reusable medical equipment.
Operate Steam Sterilizers, ETO Sterilizers, Sterrad Systems, and Steris Systems.
Perform biological testing and Bowie-Dick testing, including incubation, interpretation, and documentation.
Maintain accurate sterilization records, load documentation, integrator interpretation, and printout verification.
Utilize computerized instrument tracking systems and count sheets accurately.
Assemble operating room case carts based on physician preference cards.
Communicate with Operating Room teams regarding missing instruments or supply shortages.
Maintain strict adherence to infection control protocols and Universal Precautions.
Ensure proper use of detergents, disinfectants, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
Support daily departmental checklists and compliance documentation.
Lift, push, and pull equipment and supply carts throughout the shift as required.
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED.
Minimum 5+ years of Sterile Processing experience.
Central Processing Course or minimum 1 year of instrument processing experience.
Strong knowledge of sterilization processes and infection control standards.
Ability to work rotating shifts and schedules.
Ability to work every other weekend.
Ability to work 3 of 6 holidays if required.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to push/pull up to 60 lbs.
Ability to stand for the entire shift.
Active CRCST Certification or CBSPD/CBSPDT Certification.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous Operating Room case cart experience.
Experience working in high-volume sterile processing departments.
Familiarity with computerized instrument tracking systems.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Required Certifications & Licensure
CRCST Certification
OR
CBSPD / CBSPDT Certification
Required Documents for Submission
Updated Resume
High School Diploma or GED
Active CRCST or CBSPD/CBSPDT Certification
Skills Checklist (if applicable)
Sterile Processing competencies or training records
For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.
About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a Joint Commission Certified / WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.